Bidder Reviews for Auctions at Showplace (819)

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I won this item 9/25 and paid for shipping through Live Auctioneers. It never arrived. As of this date 2/2026, despite continual follow ups by me and claims they are "looking into it", no refund has been issued. I've has to resort to posting a public review in hopes this gets some attention as I am awaiting $1, 350 in refund for + 4 months.

Fabulous transaction. Everything was perfect.

We had an excellent experience. The auction house was very responsive to every question we had. The billing was expedite and the shipping was handled accordingly.

I would buy from this Auction house again.

Auction Staff Very Professional and Customer Friendly

Was able to go to the auction house and pick up my items directly, a fairly smooth transaction. Quite happy with my items.

Great in all aspects

It would have been so perfect! Great vintage Hanson sconces at a great price from a wonderful auction house. Except... the lamps did not come with the essential mounting plates that allow them to be hung on a wall. This is not a metal piece you can just find on the internet nor is it something you can just have made. I called to ask if the mounting plates may have been left behind but after several calls was told they were not. Lesson for future purchasers of vintage hanging lamps check for mounting brackets before buying.

friendly and efficient

Very happy with my experience at Showplace. The FLW tile I purchased was more attractive than the description let on and the whole process was smooth and professional. My only complaint is traffic in and out of Queens but still worth the trip.

Auctions at Showplace provided an accurate description of the work and supported the purchase with easy to arrange shipping.

I am only posting this because I want buyers to beware before they spend their money. I purchased an expensive belt and, while it is pretty, it is NOT as it was described. The belt was described as being 1.25” wide, but in fact, it is less than 1/5” wide. That is a significant difference in the leather and therefore, the silver buckle. The belt was sold on 10/30, but I only received it on 11/18. I have submitted for a refund, however there is a significant amount of “small print.” I fear their transparency, or lack thereof. I don’t have an attorney on hand to read their full policy. Most significantly, I did NOT receive what I paid for!

Be patient. Pack/shipping takes a takes a bit of time. Was provided a quick response to inquiry and item was packaged exceptionally well and on schedule as communicated.

Loved the auction. Showplace staff took care to provide available documentation for the item. Jackie and the team at UPS Store 6052 did a fabulous job packing it all together and delivering it in good order. All good here.

is a very efficient operation and its a very professional experience dealing with them

item as described, have bought from them before, always a pleasure to deal with

Beautiful piece of art. The pride of my collection. I research all the pieces I've purchased and was able to connect with the artist. He was cordial and surprised and shared a story of the Village Days in NYC in the 80s when it was created. Touched me, I highly recommend Auctions at Showplace.

They arrived today-and i love them both-this is a top quality auction house-I really enjoy working with Showplace

The seller said there "might be some tearing" in the caning of this chair... Uhm, when I picked this chair up, I found out, there basically is no caning. Yep, there's a big ole hole where the seat should be. Cleverly, the seller covered it with a cushion. Problem is, what good is a cushion if there's nothing below it? Joke's on me, I didn't think to ask if this seat had a seat... Point is, buying here at "Live" is a matter of trust. Sellers that try to pull a fast one aren't cool. They're not good members of the community. If the seller were cool, they would have offered a photo of what was under the cushion, and let the buyer decide if they want to bid or not... This was a "Fool me once" transaction. I won't be fooled again by this seller. You shouldn't be either. Also: Points off for the pick up process. I got a street address, in a crowded, no parking downtown. Come to find out pick up was at a driveway around the block. Might have been nice to know that.

I l really appreciate a kind and knowledgeable team, Showplace is that and then some. Feel free to bid want confidence they are totally professional. Cant wait to deal with them again!

I opted to pick up my product-no need to pay for shipping. Friendly people at the auction house. Got my item quickly and I was on my way.

Easy process, item received as explained, overall good customer service.

Wonderful experience

Efficient auction, well described items, knowledgeable staff

My sculpture is in perfect condition! It is very beautiful! And I must say that the packing job was the best that I have seen yet in shipping A very delicate porcelain figurine. I was amazed at how well the item was protected in the box, and that it actually did not arrive broken because it is so delicate of a piece. Thank you very much for being so careful in wrapping the porcelain item! I would definitely do business again with Flanders auction house. They were also very prompt in responding to me when I followed up on the shipping date for my item! Thanks much!